War On Poverty, 50 Years Laterhttp://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=306866080
Fifty years after President Johnson launched the "war on poverty," NPR checks in on what it means to be poor today. As the debate over "income inequality" continues, this year-long series looks at what's working, what's not and what new ideas are on the horizon to fight poverty.enCopyright 2015 NPR - For Personal Use OnlyNPR API RSS Generator 0.94Wed, 09 Jul 2014 05:06:00 -0400http://media.npr.org/images/podcasts/primary/npr_generic_image_300.jpg?s=200War On Poverty, 50 Years Laterhttp://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=306866080
Class Helps Unwed Dads Navigate Ohio's Mom-Friendly SystemsFaced with growing numbers of single mothers, Richland County, Ohio, is trying to reconnect dads with their children. They say the benefits would be profound even if dads and kids don't live together.Wed, 09 Jul 2014 05:06:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/07/09/330038089/class-helps-unwed-dads-navigate-ohio-s-mom-friendly-systems?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/07/09/330038089/class-helps-unwed-dads-navigate-ohio-s-mom-friendly-systemsFaced with growing numbers of single mothers, Richland County, Ohio, is trying to reconnect dads with their children. They say the benefits would be profound even if dads and kids don't live together.

]]>Jennifer LuddenTo Break Cycle Of Child Poverty, Teaching Mom And Dad To Get AlongAn anti-poverty agency in Ohio says the breakdown of the family is undermining all its other efforts, so it is focusing on teaching moms and dads how their relationship impacts their child.Tue, 08 Jul 2014 18:39:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/07/08/329798341/teaching-family-skills-to-tackle-poverty?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/07/08/329798341/teaching-family-skills-to-tackle-povertyAn anti-poverty agency in Ohio says the breakdown of the family is undermining all its other efforts, so it is focusing on teaching moms and dads how their relationship impacts their child.

]]>Jennifer LuddenIn Confronting Poverty, 'Harvest Of Shame' Reaped Praise And CriticismThe 1960 documentary examined the plight of America's migrant farmworkers. It was praised as groundbreaking, but others called it an "exaggerated portrait" and even some migrants took issue with it.Sat, 31 May 2014 05:22:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/31/317364146/in-confronting-poverty-harvest-of-shame-reaped-praise-and-criticism?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/31/317364146/in-confronting-poverty-harvest-of-shame-reaped-praise-and-criticismThe 1960 documentary examined the plight of America's migrant farmworkers. It was praised as groundbreaking, but others called it an "exaggerated portrait" and even some migrants took issue with it.

]]>Elizabeth BlairPoverty, A Frustrating Mix Of Bad Choices And Bad LuckStories about poverty can evoke strong reactions, in part because Americans are conflicted about the topic. Both bad circumstances and bad choices can be the cause.Sun, 18 May 2014 07:37:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/18/313618309/poverty-a-frustrating-mix-of-bad-choices-and-bad-luck?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/18/313618309/poverty-a-frustrating-mix-of-bad-choices-and-bad-luckStories about poverty can evoke strong reactions, in part because Americans are conflicted about the topic. Both bad circumstances and bad choices can be the cause.

]]>Pam FesslerThe Merits Of Income Inequality: What's The Right Amount?Economists say too much income inequality is a bad thing. But they also say some inequality is necessary, and even good for society. Here are suggestions for finding that balance.Sun, 18 May 2014 05:29:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/18/313137739/the-merits-of-income-inequality-whats-the-right-amount?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/18/313137739/the-merits-of-income-inequality-whats-the-right-amountEconomists say too much income inequality is a bad thing. But they also say some inequality is necessary, and even good for society. Here are suggestions for finding that balance.

]]>John YdstieIn Pricey Cities, Being A Bohemian Starving Artist Gets Old FastWhen even a tiny garret in a major city is crushingly expensive, the ideal of the "starving artist" has shifted since the days when poverty was held up as ennobling.Thu, 15 May 2014 16:05:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/15/312779821/in-pricey-cities-being-a-bohemian-starving-artist-gets-old-fast?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/15/312779821/in-pricey-cities-being-a-bohemian-starving-artist-gets-old-fastWhen even a tiny garret in a major city is crushingly expensive, the ideal of the "starving artist" has shifted since the days when poverty was held up as ennobling.

]]>Neda UlabySen. Scott: Democrats Too Focused On Symptoms Of Poverty?Today, few political leaders are putting the war against poverty at the top of their lists. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is the exception. He talks about his conservative approach to ending poverty.Wed, 14 May 2014 11:33:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/14/312451688/sen-scott-democrats-too-focused-on-symptoms-of-poverty?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/14/312451688/sen-scott-democrats-too-focused-on-symptoms-of-povertyToday, few political leaders are putting the war against poverty at the top of their lists. Sen. Tim Scott (R-S.C.) is the exception. He talks about his conservative approach to ending poverty.

]]>One Family's Story Shows How The Cycle Of Poverty Is Hard To BreakLike her own mother was, Desiree Metcalf is a young, single mom living in poverty. She doesn't have just one or two problems, but a whole pile of them.Wed, 07 May 2014 17:06:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/07/309734339/one-familys-story-shows-how-the-cycle-of-poverty-is-hard-to-break?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/07/309734339/one-familys-story-shows-how-the-cycle-of-poverty-is-hard-to-breakLike her own mother was, Desiree Metcalf is a young, single mom living in poverty. She doesn't have just one or two problems, but a whole pile of them.

]]>Pam FesslerThe Changing Picture Of Poverty: Hard Work Is 'Just Not Enough'Many American families living in or right above the poverty line have flat-screen TVs, cars and cellphones — so what does living in poverty mean today?Wed, 07 May 2014 03:34:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/05/07/309734380/the-changing-picture-of-poverty-hard-work-is-just-not-enough?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/05/07/309734380/the-changing-picture-of-poverty-hard-work-is-just-not-enoughMany American families living in or right above the poverty line have flat-screen TVs, cars and cellphones — so what does living in poverty mean today?

]]>Pam FesslerStruggling To Get Out Of Poverty: The 'Two Generation' ApproachTo help low-income families, some think high-quality early education is key; others argue it's support for parents with job training and education. A program called Career Advance is doing both.Sat, 26 Apr 2014 17:19:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/04/26/307186244/fighting-poverty-by-helping-parents-and-children-at-once-in-okla?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/04/26/307186244/fighting-poverty-by-helping-parents-and-children-at-once-in-oklaTo help low-income families, some think high-quality early education is key; others argue it's support for parents with job training and education. A program called Career Advance is doing both.

]]>Eric WesterveltGroups Use Cash Prizes To Encourage SavingOrganizations are trying to find ways to get people with lower incomes to save more. One program urges families to set aside a part of their tax refunds so they have money for emergencies.Mon, 10 Mar 2014 16:00:00 -0400http://www.npr.org/2014/03/10/288637271/groups-use-cash-prizes-to-encourage-saving?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/03/10/288637271/groups-use-cash-prizes-to-encourage-savingOrganizations are trying to find ways to get people with lower incomes to save more. One program urges families to set aside a part of their tax refunds so they have money for emergencies.

]]>Pam FesslerIn Appalachia, Poverty Is In The Eye Of The BeholderNPR's Pam Fessler was told that Eastern Kentuckians would be reluctant to talk because they were tired of being depicted as the poster children of the War on Poverty. Instead, she got an earful.Sat, 18 Jan 2014 10:38:00 -0500http://www.npr.org/2014/01/18/263629452/in-appalachia-poverty-is-in-the-eye-of-the-beholder?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/01/18/263629452/in-appalachia-poverty-is-in-the-eye-of-the-beholderNPR's Pam Fessler was told that Eastern Kentuckians would be reluctant to talk because they were tired of being depicted as the poster children of the War on Poverty. Instead, she got an earful.

]]>Pam FesslerCoal-Mining Area Grapples With How To Keep 'Bright Young Minds'Residents of Martin County, Ky., where President Johnson traveled to promote his War on Poverty in 1964, say they need jobs more than government aid.Wed, 08 Jan 2014 17:11:00 -0500http://www.npr.org/2014/01/08/260152038/coal-mining-area-grapples-with-how-to-keep-bright-young-minds?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/01/08/260152038/coal-mining-area-grapples-with-how-to-keep-bright-young-mindsResidents of Martin County, Ky., where President Johnson traveled to promote his War on Poverty in 1964, say they need jobs more than government aid.

]]>Pam FesslerKentucky County That Gave War On Poverty A Face Still StrugglesIn 1964, President Johnson traveled to Martin County, Ky., to try to sell his "war on poverty" to the American public. What residents say they need now is steady work.Wed, 08 Jan 2014 03:29:00 -0500http://www.npr.org/2014/01/08/260151923/kentucky-county-that-gave-war-on-poverty-a-face-still-struggles?utm_medium=RSS&utm_campaign=waronpoverty50yearslater
http://www.npr.org/2014/01/08/260151923/kentucky-county-that-gave-war-on-poverty-a-face-still-strugglesIn 1964, President Johnson traveled to Martin County, Ky., to try to sell his "war on poverty" to the American public. What residents say they need now is steady work.